Running Industry Alliance (RIA) has announced that RIA and SCOTT Sports will be hosting the Running Legend Evening at The Running Conference this year.

The Running Conference 2023 #TRC23 takes place from 10^th to 12^th December 2023 at Holywell Park Conference Centre, Loughborough University, and is the biggest annual RIA Members in-person meet up.

The Running Legend Evening on the Monday night is a much-loved part of the conference, and more details about the legend and associated charity fundraising will be unveiled nearer the time.

The Running Conference features curated content built for members of RIA including conference sessions, panel discussions, activations, “first look” market research, data and insights, round table discussions, plenty of networking opportunities and celebrations of the running industry.

SCOTT Sports is a Foundation Member of RIA and a leader in the development, manufacturing, sales and marketing of high-end performance products for a number of sports including running. Since 1958, SCOTT has been designing with the utmost care high performance, breathable and comfortable running equipment and supports many athletes and events in the running industry.

The Running Legend Evening is part of The Running Conference organised by Running Industry Alliance. Early-bird registration for the member-only conference is open, and full RIA membership includes one ticket to The Running Conference.

Co-Leads Rebecca Richardson and Jonathan Midwood from RIA said: “We are looking forward to hosting the Running Legend Evening at The Running Conference 2023 with SCOTT Sports this year and with a focus on off-road running. We often say and hear that have to go back in order to go forwards as an industry, and the recognition of what various individuals have done for the running world in the past is really important to recognise, showcase and to advance together for the future”.

Michelle Castro, Brand Manager-Sports Division at SCOTT Sports added: “SCOTT Sports is excited to be supporting the Running Legend Evening at The Running Conference 2023. We can’t wait to be back at Loughborough University with everyone again this December, and celebrating one of the true running legends whilst raising money for charity will be an evening not to be missed.”

Running Industry Alliance (RIA) is an independent National Trade Organisation built for the UK & Ireland Running Industry with the aim to collectively help its Members to drive the Running Industry forward to improve the Sport and Business of Running.

RIA membership applications are open and anyone wanting to be at The Running Conference should complete the application form or contact membership@runningindustryalliance.com to apply to join RIA.

RIA Members and Alliance Partners can be viewed here: www.runningindustryalliance.com/foundation-members/

Further details about Running Industry Alliance, membership and all other info can be found on this website and the LinkedIn company page, or go directly to www.therunningconference.com for TRC23 info.